Robert Kaplan is a multi-instrumentalist/composer who has worked as a musician in dance since 1976. Over seventy of his scores for choreography have been performed throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and Mexico by such artists as Mel Wong (30 for Mel), Ze'eva Cohen, Sarah Stackhouse, Senta Driver, Ann Ludwig, Elina Mooney, Susan Marshall and Douglas Nielsen. He is currently a Professor/Music Director in the Department of Dance at Arizona State University. His book, Rhythmic Training for Dancers, CD-ROM, An Interactive Guide to Music for Dancers, and Instructor's Guide are published by Human Kinetics, Inc. link-http://www.humankinetics.com/products/showproduct.cfm?isbn=0736037802